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Hicks Canyon Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Running trail in Irvine, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Hicks Canyon Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Paved or dirt path through a park and between residential areas for walking and biking.
What runners say about Hicks Canyon Trail
“The trails are charming, nestled between beautiful homes and accessible to mainly the local residents but is open to the public.”
“If you are looking for a nice quiet trail to walk on in Irvine, you’ve found the right trail.”
“Hicks Canyon Trail is a nice walking trail appropriate for all levels.”
If you like an easy tranquil walk , this trail is the best. Super cute very nice people on trail. Options to walk on asphalt but be cautious also bike trail. I recommend the dirt path (for hike feel).
If you are looking for a nice quiet trail to walk on in Irvine, you’ve found the right trail. Hicks Canyon Trail is a great trail for walking, running, jogging and even bike riding. The trails are charming, nestled between beautiful homes and accessible to mainly the local residents but is open to the public.
Hicks Canyon Trail is a nice walking trail appropriate for all levels. DO NOT follow the google directions though. It takes you to a gated neighborhood you cannot enter. Park at Hicks Canyon Park or at Meadowood Park.
One of the many great trails in Irvine. Many trails branch off, and at the end Jeffrey Open Space trail is only a block away.
Trail conditions & character
“The trails are charming, nestled between beautiful homes and accessible to mainly the local residents but is open to the public.”
“There is a paved path and a non paved path throughout the trail so it is good for walking, biking, horses, and wheelchairs.”
“If you are looking for a nice quiet trail to walk on in Irvine, you’ve found the right trail.”
“I recommend the dirt path (for hike feel).”
“Plenty of bathroom choices, starting at Hicks Canyon Park.”
“The trails are charming, nestled between beautiful homes and accessible to mainly the local residents but is open to the public.”
“There are water fountains at the park at thend but nothing else.”
Plan your run at Hicks Canyon Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Running trails near Irvine
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Hicks Canyon Park
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Jeffrey Open Space Trail
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West Irvine Trail
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Citrus Ranch Park
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Tustin Sports Park
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Cedar Grove Park
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